Clinical trials
Older Adults clinical trials
Below are recruiting older adults clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 520 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06305741Recruiting
Anxiety help for older Latino adults with cancer and their caregivers
This study tests a program to reduce anxiety in older Latino adults with cancer and their caregivers. It involves sessions with both the patient and their caregiver to learn coping skills.
Basking Ridge, New JerseyAges 40 years+ - NCT06948136RecruitingPhase 1
THC effects in older adults trial
This trial studies how a single dose of THC (the active ingredient in cannabis) affects older adults. It aims to understand the effects in this age group, which may help guide safe use.
West Haven, ConnecticutAges 21 years+ - NCT06931067Recruiting
Exercise program to prevent falls in older adults
This study tests an exercise program called OTAGO, combined with motivational interviewing, to help older adults at high risk for falling improve their balance and strength. If you are 60 or older, have had a fall or worry about falling, and have some difficulty walking or moving around, this trial may be a good fit for you.
Portland, OregonAges 60–120 - NCT06890403Recruiting
Can stories help older adults get vaccinated?
This trial tests whether watching personalized story videos along with informational videos can encourage older adults to get recommended vaccines. It aims to see if these videos are more effective than standard information alone.
New York, New YorkAges 50 years+ - NCT07628049RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
RSV and hMPV vaccine study in younger and older adults
This study tests two investigational vaccines designed to protect against RSV (respiratory syncytial virus) and hMPV (human metapneumovirus), which are common respiratory viruses. Researchers want to see if these vaccines are safe and help the body fight these infections in adults aged 18–80.
Lenexa, KansasAges 18–80 - NCT06900452Recruiting
Pistachio breakfast and brain function in older adults
This study tests whether eating a pistachio-rich breakfast can improve memory and thinking in healthy older adults. If you qualify, you'll eat special breakfast meals and do some computer-based thinking tasks to measure how your brain performs.
Reading, BerkshireAges 65–80 - NCT06816797Recruiting
Testing a program for older adults worried about memory
This trial tests a program called Cog-Fun Aging to help older adults who notice memory changes and feel concerned. The study looks at whether the program can improve daily function and well-being.
JerusalemAges 60 years+ - NCT06819254RecruitingPhase 4
Fisetin for fatigue in older cancer survivors
This study tests whether a natural compound called fisetin can reduce fatigue in people aged 60+ who have completed cancer treatment. If you still feel tired often, this pill-based treatment might help you regain energy.
Winston-Salem, North CarolinaAges 65 years+ - NCT06721559Recruiting
Home program for older adults with depression and mobility issues
This study tests a home-based program called Empower@Home for older adults who have depression and trouble moving around. It aims to see if the program helps improve mood and daily life—without adding extra outside therapy.
Ann Arbor, MichiganAges 50 years+ - NCT06706479Enrolling by invitation
Brain stimulation for balance in older adults with back pain
This study tests whether a gentle, non-invasive electrical brain stimulation technique (called high-definition tDCS) can improve balance in older adults with chronic low back pain. Participants receive either real or sham stimulation during balance training sessions.
Hong Kong, Hong KongAges 60–85 - NCT06940843Recruiting
Hopeful and Healthy Living program study
This study tests a program called Hopeful and Healthy Living to see if it helps people with serious mental illness feel better and live healthier. It's for adults 50 and older who are part of specific support programs in Boston.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 50 years+ - NCT06633978Recruiting
Digital tools for brain health in older adults
This study tests if using digital tools (like apps or computer programs) can improve memory, thinking, mood, stress, and sleep in healthy older adults. You will use the tools at home or in the lab, and researchers will track changes.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 60–85 - NCT06634147Recruiting
Exercise program to prevent decline in hospitalized older adults
This study is testing a gentle exercise program for older adults (75+) while they are in the hospital. The goal is to see if it helps prevent loss of strength, memory, or thinking skills.
Pamplona, NavarreAges 75 years+ - NCT06631781Recruiting
Study on thinking skills in older adults with depressive symptoms
This study tests whether a tablet-based program can help older adults with depressive symptoms improve their thinking and control skills. If you have low mood and are comfortable with a tablet, you may be able to join.
JerusalemAges 65 years+ - NCT06596304Recruiting
How blood vessels respond to exercise with and without blood flow restriction
This study looks at how your blood vessels respond to resistance exercise (like weight lifting) with and without a technique called blood flow restriction. It compares younger and older adults to understand how aging affects these responses.
Almada, Monte Da CaparicaAges 18 years+ - NCT06593925Recruiting
Snap-on denture made from a strong plastic for older adults
This trial tests a new plastic material (polyoxymethylene) to make a telescopic denture—a partial denture that snaps onto your remaining teeth. It is for people aged 65 and older who have lost several teeth but still have some healthy teeth to support the denture.
BelgradeAges 65–100 - NCT06543888Recruiting
Exoskeleton training for walking and daily tasks in older adults
This study tests whether a passive lower-limb exoskeleton can help older adults walk better and do daily activities more easily. You will wear the device during training sessions to see if it improves your movement and independence.
Taoyuan, GuishanAges 60 years+ - NCT06622889Enrolling by invitation
Can changing how you see aging help memory?
This study tests whether changing how older adults think about aging can help with memory concerns. If you are 60+ and feel your memory or thinking is declining (but tests are normal), you may be able to join.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 60 years+ - NCT06616298Recruiting
Aligning care for older adults with cancer in nursing facilities
This study tests a program called ALIGN that helps older adults with cancer transition from a hospital to a skilled nursing facility (SNF). It aims to improve care coordination and quality of life.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 18–98 - NCT07209683Recruiting
Near-infrared light therapy for brain function in adults
This study tests whether shining a special near-infrared light on the head can improve how well your brain works and how clearly you think. It is for healthy younger and older adults who want to help find new ways to support brain health.
Oklahoma City, OklahomaAges 21–85 - NCT06269081Recruiting
Testing two programs to help older rural adults with HIV
This study tests two different programs to see if they can improve health and quality of life for older adults living with HIV in rural areas. You may join if you live in certain states and have a phone.
Milwaukee, WisconsinAges 50 years+ - NCT07388043Recruiting
AP-Brain for memory in older adults with memory concerns
This trial tests a supplement called AP-Brain to see if it helps with memory and thinking in healthy middle-aged and older adults who notice memory problems. You would take different doses of the supplement or a placebo for several weeks and complete memory tests.
London, OntarioAges 40–79 - NCT07582367Recruiting
How Foot Arches Affect Walking and Thinking in Older Adults
This study looks at whether the shape of your foot arches—how high or flat your arches are—affects how you walk and your thinking and memory skills. Researchers want to understand if foot structure plays a role in these abilities as we age.
Balıkesir, BigadiçAges 65 years+ - NCT07384754Recruiting
Foot strengthening for balance and walking in older adults
This study tests whether foot-strengthening exercises can improve balance and walking in healthy older adults. If you are between 45 and 85 years old and have no major health or foot problems, this may be a good fit.
Bloomington, IndianaAges 45–85
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for older adults?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 520 recruiting older adults studies from the U.S. registry, each rewritten for real people, not researchers, so you can see what it’s testing and who it’s for.
- How do I know if I qualify for a older adults trial?
- Each study lists its eligibility criteria — rules about age, diagnosis, and prior treatments. On every Clin2 trial page we explain these in words written for real people and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Does it cost anything to join a older adults trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what’s covered before you decide.
Related conditions
Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.